Amides, coco alkyl, N-(hydroxyethyl), ethoxylated (19 mol EO average molar ratio)
CAS #
68425-44-5
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Surfactant Emulsifying
Moisturizing
Strengthens Barrier
Mixes oil and water
Traditional Use
Synthetic emulsifier created by combining polyethylene glycol with coconut oil-derived amides in the 20th century. Developed to improve foaming and conditioning properties in cosmetics.